POSITION:

To perform the full scope of pathologist assistant practice (surgical pathology and autopsy pathology) under the direction and supervision of medically qualified pathologists.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Perform high-quality macroscopic (gross) examination and dissection of easy to complex surgical pathology specimens and the related tasks arising within this scope of practice.
- Perform high-quality postmortem examinations across the full-scope of hospital and medical-legal/forensic autopsies with the pathologist and the related tasks arising within this scope of practice. This occurs in the setting of a hospital-based regional forensic pathology unit under the medical direction of a forensic pathologist.
- Daily coordination of position activities with pathologists, histology staff/senior, and laboratory management.
- On-going self-directed continuing education.
- Contribute to the enrichment of the laboratory medicine program in the course of this position.
- Maintenance of the surgical and autopsy pathology work areas.
- Compliance with organizational protocols.
Demonstrated behaviour consistent with the Hospital’s Mission, iCcare Values and Employee Standards of Performance.

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QUALIFICATIONS:

- Master’s degree from a NAACLS-accredited Pathologists’ Assistant program; or,
- Recent experience as a surgical and autopsy pathologist assistant subject to Laboratory Medical Director approval.
- Certified or in process of certification with the Canadian Certification Council of Pathologists’ Assistants [PA(CCCPA-CCCAP)] and/or American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification [PA(ASCP)] is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS:

- Ability to work efficiently, accurately, and independently.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills,



with the ability to work sensitively and perform calmly and professionally under pressure in both hospital and medical-legal environments.
- Ability to maintain successful working relationships with the interdisciplinary team to achieve positive service outcomes.
- Excellent problem solving, critical thinking, and conflict resolution skills.
- Computer knowledge and skills (e.g. Meditech, EPIC/Beaker, ConnectingOntario, speech recognition software – Dragon dictation, Microsoft environment).
- Must be able to sit and stand and perform mentally and physically demanding tasks for extended periods.
- Ability to work Days- Monday to Friday, any exceptions on an agreed basis.
- Ability to work in environments with exposure to hazardous chemicals, sharp/pointed instruments, and human specimens and bodies.

Reason for Job Posting: Existing Vacancy

Sault Area Hospital does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants for a position.

Sault Area Hospital is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity, equal opportunity and maintaining a barrier-free selection process for job applicants. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known to the Human Resources department when contacted. All requests are handled confidentially.

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This position is covered by a collective agreement. Applications from outside the bargaining unit are welcome, but can only be considered if the position is not filled from within the bargaining unit.

Post Details

Post Date

April 16, 2026 - 4:00 pm

Posting ID

(phone hidden)

Spots Available

2

Department

Laboratory Services

Rate

$44.66-$57.99 hourly

Shift

Monday to Friday day shift

Status

Full Time

Union

OPSEU A

📌 Pathologists’ Assistant- Laboratory- Full Time (2) (Sault Ste. Marie)
🏢 Sault Area Hospital
📍 Sault Ste. Marie